Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Knowledge to Improve Student Learning, Participation and Outcomes

(revised and updated in 2022 – new NESA Accredited Standards)

Coffs Harbour

Friday 19th May 2023

9am – 3pm

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

(NESA Accredited PD – 5 Hours)

 

Can't Make This Date?

Sue Larkey Online Course – Same Content & Accreditation
– Can Do AnyTime and AnyWhere

Presentation Content

Teaching Strategies for School & Home

• What is Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Autism learning style
• Key teaching strategies from pre- school to secondary
• Classroom strategies • Promoting understanding in peers
• How to motivate and use special interests
• Visual strategies
• Social skills
• Teaching play
• Strategies for playgrounds

Behaviour Support for School & Home
  • What are ASD behaviours?
  • Preparing child and staff
  • Common playground issues
  • Meltdowns
  • Anxiety
  • Transition strategies for school (preschool, primary and secondary) and home
  • Repetitive and obsessive behaviours
  • Sensory issues

WHO SHOULD ATTEND & WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS SAY?

Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Parents, family members, care staff, educators, clinicians—anyone wanting to understand more about Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to support children and adults with an ASD.

For NSW Teachers (5 NESA accreditation PD hours)

Completing Developing Knowledge and Understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder to Improve Student Learning and Participation will contribute 5 hours of NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Students/children with Disability addressing standard descriptors 1.1.2 & 1.6.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Where and When

Friday 19th May 2023

C.ex Coffs
2-6 Vernon Street
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450

9am to 3pm (Doors open 8:30am)

EARLY BIRD $205

per person if registering 3 days prior to the event

FULL FEE $235

per person within 3 days of the event

Registration essential, limited places available

TERM 2 WEEK 4

NESA Accredited

 

Sue Larkey

is a highly qualified special educator who has taught in mainstream and special schools. She is currently working toward a Doctorate of Education focussing on inclusive schooling. She has authored several books and resource materials. Sue is unashamedly passionate about her mission – to inspire parents and educators and teach them how to Make it a Success. Armed with the tools of understanding and confidence much can be achieved. “To know someone with Autism Spectrum Disorder is not to know Autism Spectrum Disorder”, Sue Larkey

Workshop Feedback

“It was all you promised – practical, fast moving, fun and motivational. You have a great understanding of ASD and a true talent for sharing your knowledge and passion in a way we can relate to”

“My son’s teacher said it’s the best inservice she has ever had! She has had an epiphany! She understands it all so much better. She has some great ideas for the aide! She feels empowered and inspired! This is so great for all her future students too”

“I think perhaps I’ve just been struggling along trying to find my way not knowing where to start. I felt so well informed when I left the presentation, I learnt so much”

“I spent a lot of the day reflecting on my own teaching practise and came out of the workshop full of what is really just best teaching practise for all children, not just kids on the spectrum. You are a wonderful presenter and are a brilliant advocate for these children”

Online alternative

Can’t Make This Workshop? Consider completing Sue Larkey’s Accredited Online Course via website elearning.suelarkey.com.au

Sue Online Course is Rating 4.8 Stars out a possible 5 on the NSW Education Standards Authority Website (NESA)

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